Daiei Yamagata

Daiei Yamagata is a commercial building in central Yamagata that combines retail shops with office spaces under one roof. The structure houses multiple stores and office areas that serve both shopping needs and business operations in the downtown district.

The building opened in June 1972 and marked a turning point in how Yamagata's commercial district developed. This opening showed how Japanese cities were modernizing and creating new shopping centers after the postwar period.

The building is known locally as Yamakō Biru and shows how Japanese retailers in the 1970s combined shopping spaces with office facilities in a single structure. This mix of commerce and workspace shaped how the central district developed and still functions today.

The building is located in the shopping district and is easy to reach on foot from nearby areas. Multiple store entrances and office access points make it straightforward to navigate through the different sections.

The building's design and location serve as a landmark for locals navigating the shopping district. This role as a spatial reference point makes it memorable for understanding the layout of the downtown area.